Metal Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children

Recalled February 23, 2006 · CPSC recall 06093 · Metal

Hazard

The recalled charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately take the charms away from children and ensure any charms being used are not accessible to children. Call Provo Craft for a full refund.

Units

About 29,000

Incidents / injuries

No incidents or injuries have been reported with the recalled charms.

Description

The charms are small silver-colored metal shapes that include flowers, bugs, pumpkins, and picture frames. "Art Accentz," "Changlz," "Provo Craft," and "For ages 3 and over" are printed on the charm's packaging. The charms were sold as decorations for craft projects such as scrapbooks, home décor and jewelry making.

What to do

Consumers should immediately take the charms away from children and ensure any charms being used are not accessible to children. Call Provo Craft for a full refund.

Contact

For additional information, contact Provo Craft at (800) 955-9490 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.recall.provocraft.com

Product

Art Accentz™ Changlz™ Metal Charms

Imported by

Provo Craft & Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, Utah

Retailers

Small craft and scrapbook retails outlets from April 2004 through July 2005, and at Pamida Stores from January 2005 through April 2005, for about $3.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →